Scan barcode
A review by ewoo670
Fifty Shades of Feminism by Rachel Holmes, Susie Orbach, Lisa Appignanesi
3.0
The Concept: 50 women, 50 experiences, 50 stories about journeys through feminism.
Favourite Stories: Sharon Haywood - "I was always a feminist... I just didn't know it", because I feel like this statement definitely applies to me and my views on feminism; Martha Spurrier - Women in Law, being a law student myself; and Alice Stride's short story, because being an older sister, I can relate to the desire of wanting the best for my younger sister.
Pros: This book presented a diverse range of stories, especially with regards to cultural background.
Cons: This book did not contain any stories (as far as I'm aware) or transgender women, even though transfeminism is coming to the spotlight.
Overall Opinion: I found this book interesting, and really enjoyed seeing the way that feminism has shaped and played a role in all these different women's lives, crossing a variety of times, countries, sexualities, religions, and professions.
Favourite Stories: Sharon Haywood - "I was always a feminist... I just didn't know it", because I feel like this statement definitely applies to me and my views on feminism; Martha Spurrier - Women in Law, being a law student myself; and Alice Stride's short story, because being an older sister, I can relate to the desire of wanting the best for my younger sister.
Pros: This book presented a diverse range of stories, especially with regards to cultural background.
Cons: This book did not contain any stories (as far as I'm aware) or transgender women, even though transfeminism is coming to the spotlight.
Overall Opinion: I found this book interesting, and really enjoyed seeing the way that feminism has shaped and played a role in all these different women's lives, crossing a variety of times, countries, sexualities, religions, and professions.